Dial EV (simplified Chinese: 帝亚一维; traditional Chinese: 帝亞一維; pinyin: Dì yà yī wéi) is a Chinese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Weinan, Shaanxi, China. The company specializes in the development and production of electric vehicles (EVs).
| Website | www.dialev.ltd |
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History
Dial EV was founded in November 2017 and is based in Weinan, Shaanxi, China. The company was funded by major investors, including Jiangsu Yueda Ventures, IDG Capital, Unicom Tianyi, Alte Automotive, and Huashangtiande.
In 2018, Dial EV constructed a 98-hectare production plant in Weinan with a capacity of 50,000 units per year. The plant was built at a cost of ¥1.97 billion and was completed by the end of 2018. The company announced plans to develop five to six models by 2023, covering A-level, A0 level, A00 level, and other segments of the EV market.
First Vehicle: Dial EV Dmazing (Empire)
Dial EV’s first vehicle, the Empire (originally named the Dial EV Di Xing), was showcased at the 2017 Global Future Mobility Top Forum & International Exhibition and later at the company’s launch event in 2018. The vehicle is a three-door, two-seater SUV built on the 1D platform. The price range for the Empire is between ¥150,000 and ¥200,000.
Second Vehicle: Dial EV Xvista VC3
The company introduced its second vehicle, the Xvista VC3, at the 2018 Xi’an EV Show. This four-door, four-seater hatchback is also built on the 1D platform. The Xvista VC3 was developed to reflect Dial EV’s 6S standard, which stands for:
- Small
- Strong
- Standard
- Safe
- Service
- Smart
The vehicle has a lithium-ion battery and takes five hours to fully charge.
Third Vehicle: Dial EV Xiaowei
Dial EV unveiled its third vehicle, the Xiaowei, at the 2018 Xi’an EV Show. The Xiaowei is a five-door, four-seater hatchback with a lithium-ion battery. Like its predecessors, it is built on the 1D platform.
Vehicles
Current Models
| Model | Photo | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Dial EV Dmazing (Dial EV Di Xing) | Body style: SUV | |
| Class: J | ||
| Doors: 3 | ||
| Seats: 2 | ||
| Battery: Lithium-ion | ||
| Production: 2020–present | ||
| Revealed: 2017 Global Future Mobility Top Forum & International Exhibition | ||
| Dial EV Xvista VC3 | Body style: Hatchback | |
| Class: A | ||
| Doors: 4 | ||
| Seats: 4 | ||
| Battery: Lithium-ion | ||
| Production: 2020 | ||
| Revealed: 2018 Xi’an EV Show | ||
| Dial EV Xiaowei | Body style: Hatchback | |
| Class: A | ||
| Doors: 5 | ||
| Seats: 4 | ||
| Battery: Lithium-ion | ||
| Production: 2020 | ||
| Revealed: 2018 Xi’an EV Show |
Future Plans
Dial EV has announced plans to continue expanding its lineup with additional EV models targeting different segments of the market. The company aims to be a major player in China’s growing electric vehicle industry.
Conclusion
Dial EV has established itself as a promising electric vehicle manufacturer in China, with significant investment and a clear strategy for growth. Its focus on affordable, high-quality electric vehicles positions it well in the competitive EV market.
